Chicago Road over Bear Creek Drain
FairMacomb County, Michigan · 0.27 MI N of Van Dyke · Structure no. 000000000013470
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,620
- 2008 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Chicago Road over Bear Creek Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Chicago Road over Bear Creek Drain in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 26,620 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,420 by 2028. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Chicago Road over Bear Creek Drain built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chicago Road over Bear Creek Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Chicago Road over Bear Creek Drain carry?
About 26,620 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Chicago Road over Bear Creek Drain?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).
Who owns Chicago Road over Bear Creek Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.